Last updated: July 2, 2026
TL;DR:
- 3 Media Web was named to the Inc. 5000, Inc.’s annual ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in America.
- It is the agency’s second appearance on the list in three years, a signal of sustained growth rather than a single strong year.
- The Inc. 5000 ranks companies by three-year percentage revenue growth; honorees must be privately held, for-profit, U.S.-based, and independent.
- The class of 2023 added 1,187,266 jobs to the economy over three years, the kind of growth the list rewards.
- CEO Marc Avila credits the recognition to a team focused on elevating each client’s digital experience.
We are proud to share that 3 Media Web, an award-winning website design and digital marketing agency, was named to the Inc. 5000, the annual list of the fastest-growing private companies in America. It is the agency’s second time earning a place on the ranking in three years, and the whole team agrees the recognition reflects a shared, sustained effort.
What is the Inc. 5000, and what does making it mean?
The Inc. 5000 is Inc. Business Media’s annual ranking of the 5,000 fastest-growing privately held companies in the United States, produced every year since 1982. Making the list means a company posted top-tier revenue growth over a three-year window while staying independent and profitable. For an agency, it is third-party proof of momentum, not a self-reported claim.
For 3 Media Web, the honor sits alongside a clear focus: turning underperforming websites into strategic growth engines through WordPress expertise, a Human and AI approach, and responsive execution. That same focus runs through the agency’s full range of digital experience services and its web strategy practice, which helps B2B marketing teams plan websites that grow with the business rather than against it.
How does the Inc. 5000 decide which companies make the list?
According to Inc.’s published Inc. 5000 methodology, the list ranks companies by percentage revenue growth over three years. To qualify, a company must be privately held, for-profit, U.S.-based, and independent (not a subsidiary or division of another company), and it must have been founded and generating revenue before the start of the measurement period. Inc. sets minimum revenue thresholds at each end of the window and applies an editorial review, so the ranking rewards real, audited growth.
Because the methodology measures sustained growth rather than a single quarter, a repeat appearance carries weight. As Inc. notes, the criteria are demanding enough that simply qualifying is an accomplishment. Earning a place twice in three years signals consistency, which is exactly the trait B2B buyers look for in a long-term web partner.
What does a second Inc. 5000 nod say about 3 Media Web?
A second appearance points to steady, durable growth rather than a one-time spike. The agency first earned recognition on the 2021 Inc. 5000 and returned to the list for 2023, both times on the strength of three-year revenue growth. The table below shows what the ranking measures and how 3 Media Web’s two appearances line up.
| Detail | First appearance | Most recent appearance |
|---|---|---|
| List | 2021 Inc. 5000 | 2023 Inc. 5000 |
| What it measures | Three-year percentage revenue growth | Three-year percentage revenue growth |
| Eligibility | Privately held, for-profit, U.S.-based, independent | Privately held, for-profit, U.S.-based, independent |
| What it signals | Rapid, verified growth | Sustained growth, second time in three years |
The class of 2023 reflects companies that grew quickly while navigating inflation, rising capital costs, and a tight hiring market; together they added 1,187,266 jobs to the economy over the prior three years. “We are proud to be included in this rarefied list of growing companies,” shared Marc Avila, CEO of 3 Media Web. “Our team works hard to elevate the digital experience of our clients’ brands, transform digital experiences, and drive engagement.”
Inc. 5000 vs. Inc. 500: what is the difference?
Both come from the same annual Inc. project measuring three-year revenue growth. The Inc. 500 is the top-ranked tier, the 500 fastest-growing companies in that year’s field. The Inc. 5000 is the broader list of the 5,000 fastest-growing privately held U.S. companies. Every Inc. 500 company is also an Inc. 5000 company; the difference is ranking depth, not a separate award.
When should you weigh an agency’s Inc. 5000 status in a vendor decision?
Treat it as a durability signal, not a scorecard. An Inc. 5000 placement tells you an agency grew revenue fast enough, and stayed independent and profitable long enough, to clear an audited bar; a repeat placement says that growth held. In our work, the agencies and in-house teams that sustain that kind of momentum tend to share one habit: they treat the website as a long-term growth asset, not a one-time launch. Pair the recognition with references, portfolio depth, and a clear support model before you sign.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Inc. 5000?
The Inc. 5000 is Inc. Business Media’s annual list of the 5,000 fastest-growing privately held companies in the United States, produced yearly since 1982. It ranks companies by three-year revenue growth and is widely viewed as a credible, data-driven benchmark of business momentum among independent, entrepreneurial firms.
Why was 3 Media Web named to the Inc. 5000?
3 Media Web earned a place on the Inc. 5000 by posting strong revenue growth over a three-year period as an independent, privately held agency. It marks the company’s second appearance on the list in three years, reflecting sustained demand for its WordPress websites and digital marketing work with B2B clients.
How does Inc. rank companies on the Inc. 5000?
Inc. ranks Inc. 5000 companies by percentage revenue growth over three years. To qualify, a company must be privately held, for-profit, U.S.-based, and independent, meet minimum revenue thresholds at each end of the window, and pass Inc.’s editorial review. The methodology rewards verified, sustained growth rather than a single strong quarter.
Is a repeat Inc. 5000 appearance meaningful?
Yes. Because the Inc. 5000 measures three-year growth, returning to the list signals durable momentum rather than a one-time spike. A company that qualifies twice in three years, as 3 Media Web did, demonstrates the kind of consistency that B2B marketing leaders look for when choosing a long-term web and marketing partner.
What does 3 Media Web do for its clients?
3 Media Web designs, develops, and promotes high-performing websites on WordPress for growing B2B organizations. The team pairs custom web design and development with strategic support such as SEO, content, and ongoing maintenance, guided by a Human and AI approach where expert judgment leads and technology supports the work.
What counts as three-year revenue growth on the Inc. 5000?
It is the percentage change in a company’s annual revenue from the first year of the window to the last, measured over three full years. Inc. compares the starting-year and ending-year figures, requires a minimum revenue at each end, and ranks companies by that growth rate. It rewards compounding revenue over three years, not a single record quarter.
How 3 Media Web Can Help
Recognition is encouraging, but the work behind it is what matters to clients. At 3 Media Web, that work is building and supporting websites that evolve at the pace of your business, guided by a Human and AI approach where expert judgment leads and technology supports it. The same team effort behind this recognition shows up in every engagement, including:
- Custom web design built around your audiences rather than a forced template.
- Reliable website development that keeps pages fast and easy to maintain.
- Proactive strategic support that keeps your site secure, current, and performing.
While you are here, you can get to know the lighter side of our culture too, like the time we celebrated by announcing a brand-new currency. When you are ready for a partner that treats your website as a growth engine, contact 3 Media Web to start the conversation.
